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When Hormones Shift and the Mind Races: ADHD in Postpartum and Perimenopausal Women
ADHD in women is often overlooked, misdiagnosed, or misunderstood—especially when hormones are shifting. For many, it’s not childhood where ADHD first becomes obvious, but during life transitions like postpartum and perimenopause. These moments can pull back the curtain on long-hidden struggles, intensify emotional and cognitive challenges, and leave women asking: “Why can’t I keep up anymore?” The truth is, women are burning out trying to meet expectations that were never m

Katelyn Vandever, ASW
Aug 21, 20254 min read
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